Derek Niven is a professional football player from Scotland, born on December 12, 1983 in Falkirk.

Which team does Derek Niven play for?

Derek Niven plays as a Midfielder for Grimsby in the FA Trophy.

What are Derek Niven's career statistics?

Over 2 seasons with 3 teams, Derek Niven has made 51 appearances, scored 2 goals and provided 0 assists.

How has Derek Niven performed?

In the 2025 season, Derek Niven has made 7 appearances, played 511 minutes, scored 0 goals and provided 0 assists.

What position does Derek Niven play?

Derek Niven plays as a Midfielder. Responsible for controlling the midfield.

When does Derek Niven play next?

Derek Niven will next play for Grimsby against Milton Keynes Dons on September 6, 2025 at 14:00 at Stadium mk.

How old is Derek Niven?

Derek Niven is 41 years old and is in the late career of their career.

What are Derek Niven's physical attributes?

Derek Niven is 185 cm tall and weighs 75 kg.

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Derek Niven

Grimsby (Coach: D. Artell )

Age

Nationality

Scotland

Height

185 cm

Weight

75 kg

Current Season

Appearances

Goals

Assists

511

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2012/2013

Games

Goals

Assists

FA Cup, FA Trophy +1

2011/2012

Games

Goals

Assists

Chesterfield (5 Games_short)

Northampton (4 Games_short)

EFL Trophy, League Cup +2

Season	Team	Games	Goals	Assists	Minutes	G/90	Cards
2012/2013 Current	Grimsby	42	2	0	3,168	0.06	7
2011/2012	Chesterfield (5) Northampton (4)	9	0	0	680	0.00	1

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2025/2026 Season

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Min/Game

511 Total_minutes

Goal Involvement

0G + 0A

Total Goals

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Goals/Game

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Goal Involvement

Performance Insights

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Shot Efficiency: Needs Improvement (0%)

Discipline Level: Excellent

Playing Time: Squad Player (73min)

Career Timeline - Derek Niven

2 Seasons

Total Goals

↗ +2 vs First Season

Total Assists

→ Stable vs First Season

Total Appearances

25.5 Per Season

Peak Rating

0 Average

Season Breakdown

2012/2013

Grimsby

Goals

Assists

Apps

Rating

3,168 Minutes 75 Min/Game 0.05 Goals/Game

2011/2012

Chesterfield, Northampton

Goals

Assists

Apps

Rating

680 Minutes 76 Min/Game

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Teams

3,848

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Season History

Season	Team	League	Appearances	Goals	Assists	Minutes
2012/2013	Grimsby	FA Trophy National League FA Cup	42	2	0	3,168
2011/2012	Chesterfield Northampton	League One League Two EFL Trophy League Cup	9	0	0	680

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FA Trophy

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2011/2012

Chesterfield

Northampton

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Career Teams

Grimsby Chesterfield Northampton

Career Competitions

FA Trophy National League FA Cup

+4 leagues

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